Buckeye Falls
North Carolina · 66-foot drop · Middle Prong Wilderness · Last verified 2026-05-15
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Buckeye Falls is a waterfall in North Carolina. It drops roughly 66 feet. Access details and conditions have not yet been verified in person by Fallspots — the data on this page comes from OpenStreetMap and USGS GNIS.
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| Waterfall | Distance | Height | Trail | Dogs | Fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Buckeye Falls (this page) | — | 66 ft | — | Y | Free |
| Sheephead Falls | 1 mi | — | — | Y | Free |
| Upper Buckeye Falls | 1 mi | — | — | Y | Free |
| Big Beartrap Falls | 1 mi | — | — | Y | Free |
| Upper Middle Prong Falls | 2 mi | — | — | Y | Free |
| Lower Middle Prong Falls | 2 mi | — | — | Y | Free |
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Questions visitors ask about Buckeye Falls
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How tall is Buckeye Falls?
Buckeye Falls is 66 feet (20 m) tall. Height is sourced from OSM.
Is Buckeye Falls in a national or state park?
Yes — Buckeye Falls is inside Middle Prong Wilderness. We inferred this from OpenStreetMap protected-area polygons; if you find we got the boundary wrong, please report it. See the park page for fees, hours, and current conditions.
Can I bring my dog to Buckeye Falls?
Yes — dogs are allowed (Middle Prong Wilderness permits leashed dogs in most areas). Inferred from park type; check the official site for trail-specific restrictions. Always leash and pack out waste.
Is there a fee to visit Buckeye Falls?
No entrance fee. Middle Prong Wilderness is free to access. Some trailheads may charge a parking fee separately.
How far is Buckeye Falls from a major city?
Buckeye Falls is 11 miles from Waynesville (about 16 minutes' drive).
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Where it is
35.3265, -82.9418
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Last verified by Fallspots: 2026-05-15
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